2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Primera | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
